Daughter echoes Castro's thunder

Mayor Julian Castro takes a break with his daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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President Barack Obama leaves the stage with his family including First Lady Michelle Obama and their daughter, Sasha, at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama, with his wife, Michelle Obama, and daughters, Malia, far left, and Sasha take the spotlight on stage at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden laugh after their embrace next to Jill Biden at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden laugh after their embrace next to Jill Biden at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Vice President Joe Biden acknowledges his supporters on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama embraces her daughter Malia as President Barack Obama waves to supporters at the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, shares a laugh with her father, President Barack Obama, on stage after the President's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, shares a laugh with her father, President Barack Obama, on stage after the President's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama acknowledges the audience after his speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, shares a laugh with her father, President Barack Obama, on stage after the President's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, shares a laugh with her father, President Barack Obama, on stage after the President's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, waves with her father, President Barack Obama, on stage after the President's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Malia Obama, right, her sister, Sasha, and their mother, First Lady Michelle Obama, take the spotlight on stage after President Barack Obama's speech to conclude the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama, with her daughters, Malia, far left, Sasha, Jill Biden and other family members, applaud for President Barack Obama on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama speaks on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama responds to applause as he takes the podium for his speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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President Barack Obama responds to applause as he takes the podium for his speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama embraces her husband, President Barack Obama, after introducing him on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama embraces her husband, President Barack Obama, after introducing him on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama introduces her husband, President Barack Obama, on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Vice President Joe Biden speaks on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Vice President Joe Biden speaks on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Vice President Joe Biden takes the stage for his speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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World War II Veteran Charles Johnson, of Rocky Mount, NC, wipes his tears after a tribute to the military on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Massachusetts Senator John Kerry speaks on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro visits with the Texas delegates on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro visits with the Texas delegates on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Former U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords, of Arizona, right, with Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Chair of the Democratic National Committee, blows kisses to delegates after leading the Pledge of Allegiance on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Actress Scarlett Johansson takes the stage to speak on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mary J. Blige performs on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mary J. Blige performs on the final night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro waits for an interview with USA Today and Gannett reporters as part of their Newsmakers series to begin at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro's staff tries to get him out the door to go to his next event after he participated in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel disscusson about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro poses for a picture with MC Hammer after Castro participated in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel disscusson about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro does interview an interview with Bloomberg News as MC Hammer waits to talk to him after participating in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel disscusson about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Scott Crass, of New Jersey, left, shakes hands with Mayor Julian Castro, who he called, "the future President," after Castro participated in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel discussion about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Scott Crass, of New Jersey, puts on his jacket to have a picture taken with Mayor Julian Castro, who he called, "the future President," after Castro participated in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel discussion about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is directed to an interview after participating in a Bloomberg-Google Inc. panel disscusson about the potential impact of technology on jobs with the mayors of Charlotte, NC, Houston, and San Francisco, CA at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton talks with Gabrielle Pfafflin, 21, of Austin, as he leaves his party during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. "It's been my lifelong dream to meet him," Pfafflin said after waiting on the street for the opportunity. Pfafflin said her father worked for Clinton.

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Former President Bill Clinton talks on the phone as he leaves his party during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton talks on the phone as he leaves his party during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton is embraced by Gabrielle Pfafflin, 21, of Austin, as he leaves his party during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. "It's been my lifelong dream to meet him," Pfafflin said after waiting on the street for the opportunity. Pfafflin said her father worked for Clinton.

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Former President Bill Clinton walks onstage to deliver his speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton waves after speaking as he waits for President Barack Obama to come onstage during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Former President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama leave the stage after sharing a brief moment and hug after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton on stage after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Nancy Garcia, of San Antonio, bows her head at the end of a speech by Sister Simone Campbell, Executive Director of Roman Catholic Social Justice Organization, NETWORK, during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Dream Act Activist Benita Veliz, of San Antonio, speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Dream Act Activist Benita Veliz, of San Antonio, speaks during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, center, with his brother, Julian Castro, and First Lady Michelle Obama, left, applaud during President Bill Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, center, and his brother, Julian Castro, are greeted by First Lady Michelle Obama as they take their seats next to her for former President Bill Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. Vice President Joe Biden is seated, far left.

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Mayor Julian Castro, right, and his brother, Julian Castro, far right, shake hands with Vice President Joe Biden, left, with First Lady Michelle Obama before former President Bill Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, right,, and his brother, Julian Castro, far right, shake hands with Vice President Joe Biden, left, with First Lady Michelle Obama before former President Bill Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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CNN political analyst Paul Begala, of Washington, D.C. via Austin, talks with Mayor Julian Castro, right, and Joaquin Castro, center, the morning after his keynote speech at CNN Grill during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, and his brother, Joaquin Castro, joke about how to tell them apart by who has a wedding ring, during their interview on CNN's morning news program Starting Point with anchor Soledad O'Brien, left, at the CNN Grill during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro watches the news and reads USA Today featuring a story about his speech, as he waits with his brother, Joaquin Castro, right, to appear on CNN's morning news program Starting Point with anchor Soledad O'Brien at the CNN Grill during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, right, participates in a panel entitled "The Democratic Party in Tomorrow's America: The Hispanic Surge and the New Landscape of American Politics," hosted by Ron Brownstein of the National Journal, from left, Maria Elena Salinas from Univision and Jake Tapper of ABC News, the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Nancy Garcia, of San Antonio, right, and Choco Meza, of San Antonio, far right, cheer for Mayor Julian Castro as he speaks the morning after his keynote speech during "A Texas Leadership Salute" at the Omni Hotel during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. At left, is the mayor's brother, Joaquin Castro.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, receives congratulations from people passing on the street the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Tony Martinez, the Mayor of Brownsville, center, calls to Mayor Julian Castro after passing him on the street the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, center, and his brother, Joaquin Castro, right, get ready to appear on CNN's morning news program Starting Point with anchor Soledad O'Brien, left, at the CNN Grill during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, right, and his brother, Joaquin Castro, center, talk with actor John Leguizamo, right, the morning after the mayor's keynote speech at CNN Grill during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, right, talks with actor Rosario Dawson after participating in a panel with her entitled, "What Is Working" a joint event with The Huffington Post, NBC News and Microsoft at The Ritz-Carlton the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, far right, stands after participating in a panel entitled, "What Is Working" with actor Rosario Dawson, from left, musician will.i.am and Jeremy Heimans, CEO of Purpose, in a joint event with The Huffington Post, NBC News and Microsoft at The Ritz-Carlton the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, far right, participates in a panel entitled, "What Is Working" with Arianna Huffington, from left, actor Rosario Dawson, musician will.i.am and Jeremy Heimans, CEO of Purpose, in a joint event with The Huffington Post, NBC News and Microsoft at The Ritz-Carlton the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro laughs with Alice Germond, the Secretary of the Democratic National Committee, left, the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro waves to a supporter as he sits with Arturo Sarukhan, Mexico's Ambassador to the United States, right, during "A Texas Leadership Salute" at the Omni Hotel the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is congratulated by Choco Meza of San Antonio during "A Texas Leadership Salute" at the Omni Hotel the morning after his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012.

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Rosie Castro, the mother of Mayor Julian Castro, his wife, Erica Castro and their daughter, Carina, 3, are shown in their seats on the video screen behind him as he gives the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Rosie Castro, the mother of Mayor Julian Castro, is shown in her seat on the video screen behind him as he mentions her as he delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro shakes hands with Florida delegate Delia Smith-Orth, after she shouted out compliments to him on his speech as he walks back to his hotel after attending Latinos Unidos, a celebration of the Hispanic Caucus, delegates and voters, after he gave the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is inundated with people who want to congratulate him and have their picture taken with him as he makes the rounds at Latinos Unidos, a celebration of the Hispanic Caucus, delegates and voters, after he gave the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is inundated with people who want to congratulate him and have their picture taken with him as he makes the rounds at Latinos Unidos, a celebration of the Hispanic Caucus, delegates and voters, after he gave the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is inundated with people who want to congratulate him and have their picture taken with him as he makes the rounds at Latinos Unidos, a celebration of the Hispanic Caucus, delegates and voters, after he gave the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro (L) and his brother Joaquin Castro wave to the audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 4, 2012 on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro delivers the keynote address on the first night of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is interviewed at Time Warner Cable Arena as he prepares for the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Jon Stewart, host of The Daily Show, walks through downtown Charlotte, NC before the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Jon Stewart, host of The Daily Show, jokes about his height after an onlooker made a comment as he walks through downtown Charlotte, NC before the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Diane Sawyer before taping a segment with her for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro gets a microphone attached before being interviewed by Diane Sawyer for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro and Diane Sawyer pause to change positions during their interview for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is interviewed by Diane Sawyer for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Diane Sawyer after she interviewed him for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro says goodbye to Diane Sawyer after he was interviewed by her for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro does a radio interview over the phone amid preparations for the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with CBS This Morning co-hosts Charlie Rose and Norah O'Donnell at Time Warner Cable Arena before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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An onlooker records video of Mayor Julian Castro on an iPhone as he is interviewed at Time Warner Cable Arena before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Diane Sawyer jokes with Julian Castro as he gets a little makeup for her interview with him for ABC World News at the Nascar Hall of Fame before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro does a radio interview over the phone amid preparations for the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro reads over his keynote speech in his hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a break from rehearsing his keynote speech for an interview with ABC News in his hotel room before the start of Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro reads over his keynote speech in his hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a break from rehearsing his keynote speech with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a break from rehearsing his keynote speech with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a break from rehearsing his keynote speech with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Carina Castro, 3, shows her father, Mayor Julian Castro, where she walked on the street below with her mother to pick up their lunch from Panera Bread in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Carina Castro, 3, shows her father, Mayor Julian Castro, where she walked on the street below with her mother to pick up their lunch from Panera Bread in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Carina Castro, 3, shows her father, Mayor Julian Castro, where she walked on the street below with her mother to pick up their lunch from Panera Bread in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a lunch break with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a lunch break with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes a break with his wife, Erica Castro, and their daughter, Carina, 3, in their hotel room as he prepares for his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro reads over his keynote speech in his hotel room a few hours before the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is interviewed in front of the stage where he will give his keynote speech during the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, survey the scene inside Time Warner Arena from the stage as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, center, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, right, look out at the expanse of Time Warner Arena from the stage as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, center, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, are interviewed in Time Warner Arena as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama takes her turn at the podium during a walk-through of her speech in preparation for the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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First Lady Michelle Obama, with stage manager David Cove, takes the stage for a walk-through of her speech in preparation for the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, look out at the expanse of Time Warner Cable Arena as they are interviewed during preparations for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, sit for a television interview at Time Warner Cable Arena as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro, left, with his brother, Joaquin Castro, look out at the expanse of Time Warner Arena from the stage as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Arturo Rodriguez, a San Antonio native and President of the United Farm Workers of America, left, as they walk to a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro walks on a stage to lead a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro greets Andrew Gilllum, Vice Mayor of Tallahassee, FL, who is friends with the Castro brothers, before a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Andrew Gilllum, Vice Mayor of Tallahassee, FL, who is friends with the Castro brothers, before a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Andrew Gilllum, right, Vice Mayor of Tallahassee, FL, who is friends with the Castro brothers, before a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with leaders before a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro takes as his seat as he prepares to lead a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Arturo Rodriguez, a San Antonio native and President of the United Farm Workers of America, before a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro waits for the start of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro gets a standing ovation upon his mention of his upcoming keynote address as he leads a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro jokes about his upcoming keynote address after the delegates gave him a standing ovation upon his mention of the speech as he leads a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with North Carolina Treasurer Janet Cowell after a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012. Cowell is vice-chair of the committee.

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Mayor Julian Castro signs a book for a delegate at the conclusion of a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro stands with the Texas delegates for the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, as they prepare for a group photo after a meeting of the committee at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro talks with Maryland State Senator Jamie Raskin, right, after a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which Castro is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro is inundated by delegates who want to talk with him, take photos and get his autograph after a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro signs his autograph for Lena Kennedy, a delegate from Pasadena, CA, after a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro signs his autograph for Lena Kennedy, a delegate from Pasadena, CA, after a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro apologizes to a television station trying to get an interview as he is rushed off to his next appointment after leading a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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Mayor Julian Castro waits for his ride after leading a meeting of the Credentials Committee, which he is the co-chair of, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, for the Democratic National Convention on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012.

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They said it

Bob Schieffer (“Face the Nation” anchor and CBS News chief Washington correspondent) — “What you saw there tonight was a young, bright energetic, modern politician who, somewhere along the way, learned to make an old-fashioned political speech. ... This young man, you're going to hear some more of him.”

Chris Matthews (MSNBC.com) — “One of the great speeches I've heard.”

Gwen Ifill (co-anchor of PBS' convention coverage) — “An auspicious step onto the national stage for the mayor of San Antonio, Julián Castro”

James Carville (CNN political analyst) — “The quality of speech-making was extraordinary — the use of the family members, particularly Mayor Castro's family. It was an extraordinary night.”

Byron Pitts (CBS correspondent) — “One Texas delegate told me, ‘He has a Hollywood smile and a Horatio Alger back story. There's a lot to like with this young man.'”

Steve Schmidt (MSNBC) — “The Democrats on the back of the brilliant keynote speech and then on the first lady's speech have had a very, very good night.”

Mayor Julián Castro's keynote address at the Democratic National Convention earned praise from several network anchors and pundits, but it was his little girl primping on the sidelines that seemed to command the most attention.

“There's something about a little girl looking up at the big screen and loving her hair,” ABC News anchor Diane Sawyer purred, referring to Castro's daughter Carina, 3, and the way she flipped her hair as she looked up at the camera.

Judy Woodruff, who co-anchored PBS' coverage, also said of the mayor and his mugging daughter: “He shared a little of that spotlight with his 3-year-old daughter, who was having fun seeing herself.”

On NBC, anchorman Brian Williams smiled and noted: “Proving all over again there's nothing quite like being a father of a daughter.”